Where to buy the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL

The second-generation Google Pixel phones are now available to order from the Google Store and select carriers. The bottom line is that while the Pixel 2 mirrors that price of its predecessor at $649 in the United States, the $849 starting price for the Pixel 2 XL is $100 more expensive than last year.

United States

Google Store

The Google Store is probably your best bet if you want the plain jane Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL, unlocked and ready to go on any of the major U.S. carriers.

In the U.S., a 64GB Pixel 2 will set you back $649 outright, or $27.04 monthly when purchased through Google's financing program. That raises to $749 for a 128GB model ($31.21 per month on financing) if you want 128GB of storage.

The Pixel 2 XL starts at $849 with 64GB of storage ($35.38/month on financing), or $949 for 128GB ($39.54/month on financing).

The Pixel 2 is available in three colors: Kinda Blue, Just Black, or Clearly White. The Pixel 2 XL is available in Just Black, and Black & White.

Anyone who ordered the Pixel 2 or 2 XL before October 18 got a free Google Home Mini shipped within 2-4 weeks from the time of purchase. Verizon is also offering up to $300 back when trading in one of several relatively new phones, including the iPhone 7 and Galaxy S8. Not a great deal, but it's there. These deals must be done through the My Verizon app.

The Pixel 2 ships on October 19; the Pixel 2 XL ships on November 1.

Project Fi

The Pixel 2 is also available through Project Fi, which offers both phones at the same monthly prices as the Google Store.

The nice thing about ordering through Project Fi is that the Pixel 2's embedded eSIM allows the phone to be activated without purchasing a separate SIM card — it just works once you sign on. As far as we know, you can buy the phone from Google directly and sign up for Fi later, but when buying from Fi the phone comes pre-loaded with the proper software.

India

The new Pixels are now available in India, with Google once again partnering with Flipkart. The 64GB Pixel 2 starts off at ₹61,000 ($940), going all the way up to ₹83,000 ($1,260) for the 128GB Pixel 2 XL. Here's the breakdown on pricing:

Google Store

Telus

Telus is selling the 64GB Pixel 2 for $200 on a 2-year contract with a minimum plan of $95 per month, and $400 with an $85 plan. The phone is $905 outright. The 128GB model adds $130 to that price, bringing it to $330, $530 and $1035 respectively.

The 64GB Pixel 2 XL starts at $450, $650 and $1160 for the above breakdowns, while the 128GB model goes for $580, $780 and $1290.

The Pixel 2 is available now, while the Pixel 2 XL ships in mid-November.

Rogers

Rogers is selling the 64GB Pixel 2 for $199 on a 2-year contract Share Everything Premium+ Tab plan, and $399 on a 2-year Premium Tab plan. The phone is $899 outright. The 128GB model adds $130 to that price, bringing it to $329, $529 and $1029 respectively.

The 64GB Pixel 2 XL starts at $449, $649 and $1159 for the above breakdowns, while the 128GB model goes for $579, $779 and $1289.

The Pixel 2 is available now, while the Pixel 2 XL ships in mid-November.

Bell

Bell is selling the 64GB Pixel 2 for $199 on a 2-year contract with a 1GB plan and a minimum of $70 monthly spend, and $399 with a 1GB plan and a minimum of $60 monthly spend. The phone is $999.99 outright. There is no 128GB option for the Pixel 2.

The 64GB Pixel 2 XL starts at $449, $649 and $1299 for the above breakdowns, while the 128GB model goes for $579, $779 and $1429.

The Pixel 2 is available now, while the Pixel 2 XL ships in mid-November.

Videotron

Videotron is stocking the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL in both 64GB and 128GB models. The Pixel 2 starts at $179.95 with a minimum $89.95 plan for 24 months; add an extra $120 on top of that cost for the 128GB version.

The Pixel 2 XL starts at $399.95 with a minimum $89.95 plan for 24 months; add an extra $100 on top of that cost for the 128GB version.

Freedom Mobile

The Pixel 2 is available at Freedom Mobile starting at $60 with a $35 per month financing plan (MyTab Boost), or $900 outright. Add $130 for the 128GB Pixel 2. The phone is $900 and $1030, respectively.

The Pixel 2 XL is available for $320 and $450 on financing, or $1160 and $1290 outright, for the 64GB and 128GB models.

It's only possible to get the "Kinda Blue" version in the 64GB size — it's black or white for the others.